Category: Christianity
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Medical and Christian Ethics in Pediatric Settings
Table of Contents Pressing Issues in the Case Study Allowing Parents Make Irrational Decisions Case Analysis Perspectives Solving the Identified Problems Conclusion References The Healing and Autonomy case study is complex and involves a variety of issues. The lack of understanding between parents and the physician of a child diagnosed with kidney failure leads to…
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Medical and Christian Ethics: Ill Child and Parents
Table of Contents Mike and Joannes strength of faith The ability of a medical professional The Cristian doctrine Christian beliefs Conclusion References Biomedical ethics cases allow looking at issues from different angles. In this case, the Christian parents Mike and Joanne, face the grave condition that befell their child and requires immediate medical attention. Jamess…
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Euthanasia Decision Regarding Christian Worldview
Table of Contents Introduction Christian Narrative Georges Interpretation of Suffering: Fallenness of the World Georges Interpretation of Suffering: Hope and Resurrection Christian Worldview Values and Considerations Options for George Personal Opinion Conclusion References Introduction The selected case presents the story of George who is suffering from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). This is a terminal condition…
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Death & Dying Ethics in Hinduism and Christianity
Table of Contents Introduction The Worldview in Hinduism and Christianity The Nature of Disease and Suffering The Value of Life Euthanasia Conclusion References Introduction Death and dying are essential notions in many belief systems. In some religions, death brings an end to a persons existence, whereas, in others, the soul continues to exist in the…
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Death from Christian and Buddist Perspectives
Introduction Healthcare providers should possess culturally competent skills in order to support the diverse health needs of persons from diverse backgrounds. Patients from different faiths and religious affiliations will tend to possess specific values (Meehan, 2012). That being the case, caregivers should acknowledge this diversity and provide adequate care based on the faith expressions of…
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Medical Ethics in the Christian Narrative
The case study presents a medical dilemma. Joanne and Mike encounter a unique problem arising from their sons health condition. James has been diagnosed with acute glomerulonephritis and is in need of a kidney transplant. James physician suggests that immediate dialysis is needed to address his health needs. However, the parents go further to embrace…
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Divorce in Islam in Contrast with Christianity
Quran serves as the basis for Islamic doctrine and is considered the word of God, whereas Muhammad is merely a conduit through whom God speaks with humans. A significant part of the Quran could be described as the family law, and it contains a view on such types of family relations as divorce. In contrast…
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Ethical, Moral, and Christian Views on Climate Change Strategies
Climate change is a challenging aspect that affects human health and social and economic status. The goal of mitigating greenhouse gas is to limit the average global temperature. The objectives include moving incentives to the right place, taking responsibility together with enterprises and the government, and disconnecting developmental approaches from carbon emissions (Azevedo, 2015). Therefore,…
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Christian Worldview Analysis and Personal Inventory
Table of Contents Christian and Postmodern Relativism Scientism Personal Perspective and Worldview References Christian and Postmodern Relativism From a Christian perspective, the nature of spirituality and ethics revolve around the teachings of the Bible. Human beings should appreciate the ideas and concepts that God has given them. This knowledge should guide all participants in healthcare…
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Organ Transplantation in Christian Beliefs
Table of Contents Issues, Values, and Principles of Christians Physicians Viewpoint Analysis of the Medical Case How Should Michael Think as a Christian Conclusion References Sometimes we face uncertain, challenging, and controversial decisions that are impossible to arrive at without any undesirable circumstances. Such situations are especially exacerbated when parents are obliged to render one…